吉 — good luck, joy, congratulations
Learn the correct stroke order for 吉 (good luck), a 6-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
Try Writing It
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Common Words
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 吉 (good luck) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 6 strokes with radical 口.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 吉 is #711, making it a frequently used kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 吉 have?
The kanji 吉 (good luck) has 6 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 吉?
吉 follows the standard Japanese stroke order as taught in schools. Use the step-by-step diagram or the "Try Writing" tool above to practice each stroke in sequence.
What does 吉 mean?
吉 means: good luck, joy, congratulations. On'yomi readings: キチ, キツ. Kun'yomi readings: よし.
What JLPT level is 吉?
吉 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.